Outcomes of cemented bipolar hemiarthroplasty in unstable inter trochanteric fractures: A prospective study
Journal Title: MedPulse -International Medical Journal - Year 2015, Vol 2, Issue 11
Abstract
Background: Inter trochanteric fractures with severe displacement and commuinution are common in elderly patients. These patients have a poor bone quality and fractures are often associated with complications like non union, malunion, femoral head perforation. The primary goal of treatment is stable fixation and immediate full weight bearing mobilization. Methods: Patients between 50-70 years of age operated between 2013 -2015, and fulfilled the inclusion criteria were taken in this study. Excessive collapse, loss of fixation and cut out if lag screw, which result in poor function, remain problems associated with internal fixation of unstable inter trochanteric fractures in elderly patients with osteoporotic bones. To allow an earlier post operative weight bearing and rapid healing and to avoid excessive collapse at the fracture site, surgeons have recommended prosthetic replacements for the treatment of unstable inter trochanteric fractures. Conclusion: The purpose of this prospective study was to evaluate the functional and clinical outcomes of cemented bipolar hemi arthroplasty as treatment for unstable inter trochanteric fractures in elderly patients.
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R N Shewale, A S Shetty
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